Hi folks, we have a 3.5 years old ferret diagnosed with lymphosarcoma.  We
received the pathology results today.  It appears that it is still confined
to the lymphatic system.  Both his X-rays and bloodwork results are
perfectly normal.  Besides lymphnode enlargements he is clinically normal.
 
We need to decide whether or not to proceed with chemotherapy ASAP.  Several
years ago we had a juvenile case of lymphosarcoma and decided to use Jeglum
protocol.  Needless to say, given it was a juvenile case, we failed
miserably.  We are aware of the information in the medical FAQ.  Still, it
is only marginally helpful in making this decision.  Thus, we would like to
ask anyone who has used chemotherapy to treat ADULT lymphosarcoma in ferrets
to give us some information that would help us to decide.  In particular, we
would like to learn how successful it was and which protocols appeared to be
most effective.  If anyone could refer us to a vet who have some success in
this matter it would be great as well.  Any help would be greatly
appreciated.  Please, respond by e-mail as it is of little interest to FML
at large.  We have to give our vet an answer by Monday.
 
Thanks,
 
Monika & Matt Marcinkowski with four ferrets
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Edmonton, Alberta
[Posted in FML issue 2182]